OPS PARK ATTENDANT in Newberry, FL from State of Florida, US

Requisition No: 308744

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS PARK ATTENDANT – 37970382

Position Number: 37970382

Salary: $9.00 per hour

Posting Closing Date: 03/18/2021

Previous applicants need not reapply

DIVISION OF RECREATION AND PARKS

JOB VACANCY

Open Competitive

CLASS TITLE:

OPS Park Attendant

POSITION NUMBER:

37970382

BASE SALARY:

$9.00 per hour/ 28 hours a week

LOCATION:

Dudley Farm Historic State Park

18730 W. Newberry Road

Newberry, FL 32669

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Brooke Doran, Assistant Park Manager

386-454-1369

CLOSING DATE:

Sunday, March 14, 2021

ADVERTISING METHOD: XX INTERNAL EMAIL XX PEOPLEFIRST SYSTEM

No Health Benefits

Rate of Pay: $9.00/hour; 28 hrs./week

POSITION DESCRIPTION: This is a largely independent position responsible for visitor services and maintaining good public relations with all entering Dudley Farm Historic State Park. The candidate will be required to work independently with minimal supervision providing visitor services, resource management, administration, maintenance and protection of park facilities and guests. Must be able to use a chain saw, pole saw, trimmers, mowers, garden hand tools and assorted other hand tools and power tools needed to complete jobs. Strong maintenance skills and abilities are required.

Knowledge, skills and abilities, including utilization of equipment, required for the position:

Knowledge of:

Skills in: Operating trucks, tractors, mowers; utilizing standard, gas and power tools; performing grounds and building maintenance which includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, and painting; basic plumbing, including but not limited to waterline repair; toilet and faucet repair; basic electrical work; basic carpentry, including but not limited to, historic building repairs; computer applications such as MS Office.

Ability to: work rotating days including holidays and weekends; lift up to 50 pounds without assistance; work with large and small farm animals including but not limited to chickens, turkeys, cows and horses; communicate verbally and in writing; perform physical labor and janitorial duties; use power/electrical/gas tools and equipment; perform routine inspections; investigate and identify problems; maintain facilities and equipment; deal with visitor inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner; wear period correct clothing; work outdoors in inclement weather and extreme temperatures; interpret facilities and services provided for public use, enjoyment and education; meet visitors, answer questions, provide information and directions. Attempt to resolve visitor complaints while maintaining good public relations; notify the public of rules and regulations; prepare and keep accurate reports; maintain a valid Class E driver’s license; follow verbal and written instructions; performs exotic plant removal under the supervision of the park staff; understand and apply directives, policies, laws and regulations.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.